Victim Of Other Crime

Health information may be disclosed in response to a law enforcement official’s request about a victim or suspecte d victim of a crime other than those listed in Section 101 of these rules, if the individual agrees to the disclosure. (3-17-22) 01. Incapacity of Victim or Emergency Circumstance. If the individual is unable to agree because o f incapacity or emergency circumstance, health information will be disclosed if the official states that the informatio n is needed to determine whether a violation of law has occurred, and that it is not intended to be used against th e individual. (3-17-22) 02. Best Interest of the Individual. The officer must also represent that immediate enforcement activity would be materially and adversely affected by waiting for the individual’s agreement. Professional staff mus t agree that disclosure is in the best interest of the individual. (3-17-22)